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Retirement contribution limits will rise in 2019

Good news retirement savers: The Internal Revenue Service announced cost of living increases to the contribution limits for retirement-related plans in 2019.

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The special counsel's memo on Manafort had a midnight Friday deadline set by a federal court, but the report was not publicly released

The public will have to wait a little longer to read Paul Manafort's sentencing memo from special counsel Robert Mueller.

Analysis: The White House's new argument against collusion with Russia is nonsensical

On Friday morning, this exchange happened between White House press secretary Sarah Sanders and CNN's Joe Johns:

Anderson Cooper: Things are getting very serious, very quickly

CNN's Anderson Cooper reacts after a judge ordered longtime President Donald Trump associate, Roger Stone, to appear in court to address an Instagram post on Stone's account while other former Trump associates are facing the possibility of prison time.

Justice Dept. official: Mueller report not expected next week

Special counsel Robert Mueller is not expected to deliver his report on the investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election next week, a Justice Department official briefed on the plans told CNN.

See Trump's confident response to looming report

According to a Justice Department official, special counsel Robert Mueller is not expected to deliver his report on the investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election next week. CNN's Kaitlan Collins reports.

Opinion: Trump's fate depends on Mueller's report

Former FBI Director Robert Mueller has accomplished precisely what those of us who once worked for him fully expected. Thrust into the national spotlight to investigate a presidential campaign, Mueller has ignored the Washington political noise and has allowed his work to speak for itself.

Tracking the Russia investigations

Dianne Feinstein's climate change talk with a group of kids gets heated

Sen. Dianne Feinstein clashed Friday with a group of children over climate change policy, criticizing their requests that she back the Green New Deal, accusing them of presenting an ultimatum and contrasting their inability to vote with her three decades in office.

Lindsey Graham changes tune on Trump's strategy

President Donald Trump has agreed to keep about 400 US troops in Syria after the withdrawal of most US forces there this spring, a senior administration official said. CNN's Barbara Starr reports.

Analysis: Trump still shows some strength in the Midwest heading into 2020

First things first: The theme song of the week is Thank You for Being A Friend from the show The Golden Girls written by Andrew Gold and sung by Cynthia Fee.

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Wonders of the universe

Apple needed a kick in the pants. Samsung just delivered it

Samsung sent a clear message to the world this week with the debut of several bold new products: Innovation isn't dead.

Virgin Galactic conducts highest, fastest test flight yet

If you're willing to spend $250,000 for a quick trip to space, that option is getting closer to reality.

Twitter co-founder Ev Williams is leaving the company's board

Twitter co-founder Evan Williams is leaving the company's board, according to a document filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Friday.

Tesla's miserable week ends on a high note

Tesla had a good end to a very tough week.

Bowser is taking over Nintendo ... for real

Nintendo has appointed Doug Bowser as the next head of its American operations — and the joke hasn't been lost on anyone. For those who have never played any of Nintendo's hugely popular Mario games, Bowser is a giant, anthropomorphic turtle-like creature that serves as the main villain in the decades-old franchise.

YouTube takes action as advertisers leave following concerns pedophiles exploited the platform

YouTube said on Thursday it has taken aggressive action after a video creator accused the platform of aiding pedophiles in finding clips of young girls. The statement comes as major companies, including AT&T, Nestle and Epic Games, announced they are pausing advertising on YouTube over the concerns.

YouTube said it has taken aggressive action after a video creator accused the platform of aiding pedophiles in finding clips of young girls. The statement comes as major companies, including AT&T, Nestle and Epic Games, announced they are pausing advertising on YouTube over the concerns. CNN's Richard Quest discusses with CEOs Bruce Turkel and Shelly Palmer.

Google eliminating controversial forced arbitration practice

Google is eliminating its controversial practice of forced arbitration for employees.

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2019 Detroit SX Results

Live results from round eight of Monster Energy AMA Supercross.

How to Watch: Detroit

TV and online schedule, race day schedule, and more.

Stefan Everts Back In Hospital With Infection In Foot

Everts will remain in the hospital for two to six weeks so that the antibiotics can work.

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Luke Renzland Going to Canada

American heads north for championship that starts in April.

Big Buck GNCC Canceled This Weekend Due To Weather

The opening round of the 2019 series, scheduled for this weekend, February 23-24, in Union, SC, will be canceled and rescheduled for a date that is yet to be determined.

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A lap around round eight of Monster Energy AMA Supercross.

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2019 Hawkstone International Motocross Highlights

Highlights from the 2019 Hawkstone International Motocross in Great Britain.

Health News - CNN

These states have been hit the hardest by America's opioid epidemic

While there's early evidence that the explosive rate of opioid deaths has started to slow, opioids killed more than 49,000 people in the United States in 2017, according to preliminary data. A new study reveals which part of the country has been affected the most by the ongoing epidemic.

Trump administration inches closer to defunding Planned Parenthood

The US Department of Health and Human Services issued its draft final rule to revise the Title X family planning program Friday, jeopardizing a decades-old program that serves millions of low-income people, critics say.

FDA official says ongoing blood pressure drug investigation will probably uncover more tainted pills

There's no end in sight for one of the largest prescription drug recalls in recent memory. The US Food and Drug Administration is continuing an investigation and recall of a class of drugs used by millions that began last summer, yet there's still "more to find," an agency director says.

FDA proposes new sunscreen regulations

The US Food and Drug Administration is proposing new regulations on over-the-counter sunscreens in an effort to keep up with the latest scientific and safety information.

$375,000 price leads disabled mom to ration meds

Bhanu Patel couldn't believe the news. The medication that allows her to move shot up to $375,000. Fearful of becoming a financial burden to her family, she's begun rationing the medication she currently has -- taking two pills a day, instead of four. "The words that I can use is I can't believe this is happening," she said.

Poison control calls for kratom increased from one a month to two a day, study says

The number of phone calls to US poison control centers about kratom exposures increased from 13 in 2011 to 682 in 2017, often for serious unanticipated effects of the supplement, according to a study published Thursday in the journal Clinical Toxicology.

FDA chief: Federal government might step in if states don't change lax vaccine laws

The head of the US Food and Drug Administration says that if states don't require more schoolchildren to get vaccinated, the federal government might have to step in.

Heart attacks are on the rise among young women, study shows

The risk of having a heart attack appears to be rising among young women, according to a new study, and researchers are trying to figure out why.

New recommendations say not all women need genetic testing for cancer. Critics say it could cost lives

Primary care providers should screen women for personal, family and/or ethnic history of breast, ovarian, tubal or peritoneal cancer to decide who should undergo genetic counseling for BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations, the US Preventive Services Task Force recommended Tuesday. The mutations increase a woman's cancer risk.

'Alarming' number of people received restricted fentanyl, study says

An "alarming" number of US patients received a highly potent form of opioid that is 100 times more powerful than morphine and that they never should have been prescribed, according to a new study.

Entertainment / Show Biz News - CNN

Who will win and who should in a wide-open Oscars race

An unprecedented lack of consensus among the guilds representing actors, directors, writers and producers has flummoxed Oscar prognosticators, with more genuine uncertainty surrounding the best picture race than is usually the case this close to Sunday's ceremony.

Black women would not rest until R. Kelly was investigated

When it came down to it, black women knew they were on their own.

Jussie Smollett's character cut from season's final 2 episodes of 'Empire'

The producers behind Fox's "Empire" have decided to remove actor Jussie Smollett's character from the final two episodes of the season following his arrest this week.

John Krasinski reveals 'A Quiet Place' sequel release date. Here's what you can expect

John Krasinski is silent no more about the release date for his "A Quiet Place" sequel.

HBO will air 'Leaving Neverland' despite suit by Jackson estate

HBO is standing by its decision to air a four-hour documentary detailing the stories of two men who accuse Michael Jackson of molestation in the face of a suit filed by Jackson's estate that claims airing the film would be a breach of contract.

Beyoncé and Jay-Z's unexpected tribute

Beyoncé and Jay-Z have paid tribute to Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, by swapping her with one of art history's most recognizable figures -- the Mona Lisa.

'Finally': R. Kelly indictment has been a long time coming for many

After more than two decades and dozens of allegations of abuse against young women by singer R. Kelly, reaction to his indictment on Friday was summarized by many with one word: finally.

'Whiskey Cavalier' serves up spy games as Oscars chaser

ABC and NBC each play spy games, reasonably well, with two new series: "Whiskey Cavalier" -- a fun drama with an awful name, which the network will try to boost with a post-Oscars preview -- and "The Enemy Within," essentially NBC's latest attempt to do another version of "The Blacklist," only with a female twist.

'Flack' pops crisis-PR bubble with timely dramedy

Pop TV might not loom large on the average TV viewer's radar, but the cable network has a show that feels very much of the moment in "Flack," a British drama starring Anna Paquin as a take-no-prisoners public-relations pro, charged with extricating celebrity clients from various crises.

Your complete viewing guide to this year's Oscars

The 91st Academy Awards are just days away.

NFL News - ESPN

What charges could mean for Patriots owner Robert Kraft

Kraft is facing charges of misdemeanor solicitation of prostitution. What will the consequences be for him and the NFL?

Pats' Kraft facing charges of soliciting prostitute

Police in Florida say they have videotape of Patriots owner Robert Kraft paying for a sex act inside an illicit massage parlor in Florida.

Source: Steelers would prefer to trade AB to NFC

The Steelers would prefer to trade Antonio Brown to an NFC team, while the Patriots and teams in the AFC North are considered no-trade zones, a source told ESPN.

Source: Bears to release embattled kicker Parkey

The Chicago Bears are releasing kicker Cody Parkey following a difficult season, a league source confirmed. Parkey missed eight field goal attempts, including a 43-yarder that would have beaten the Eagles in the first round of the playoffs.

Pats, Rams get two compensatory picks in Rd. 3

The Patriots, Cardinals and Redskins each will get four of the 32 compensatory draft picks the NFL awarded on Friday.

Source: QB Haskins to throw at NFL combine

Ohio State quarterback Dwayne Haskins will officially throw at the NFL combine, a source told ESPN's Josina Anderson.

Patriots' D. McCourty says he's not ready to retire

Although he contemplated retiring if the Patriots won the Super Bowl, safety Devin McCourty, 31, told the Sports Spectrum podcast that he's going to return for a 10th season with New England.

GM: Roethlisberger can criticize whom he pleases

Steelers general manager Kevin Colbert says Ben Roethlisberger is the "unquestioned leader" of the locker room who can publicly criticize teammates -- such as Antonio Brown -- if he sees fit.

With Joe Flacco, here's what the Broncos' offense could look like

To get more from their offense and get a rebound from their new starting QB, the Broncos will draw from their past.

Barnwell predicts AFC East moves: Time for life without Gronk?

There could be big changes in New England this offseason. The Jets, meanwhile, have money to spend, and everyone is still chasing the Pats.

MLB News - ESPN

What we're excited to see now that spring training games are here

The long offseason wait is over -- let the games begin! -- giving us a chance to focus on what will happen between the lines.

Ranking baseball's rosters based on their tiers of talent

Some teams take a stars-and-scrubs approach, some have depth but lack star power. We sort them all out and figure out who's on top.

Nationals moving on, Bryce or no Bryce

The Nationals have had plenty of time to get used to the idea of playing without Bryce Harper -- and it shows at their camp in Florida.

10 stars not named Bryce or Manny who changed teams this winter

From Paul Goldschmidt in St. Louis to Josh Donaldson in Atlanta, we tell you what to expect from some familiar faces in new places.

Ichiro nervous before going 1-for-2 in opener

Ichiro Suzuki said he was nervous before Seattle's spring-training opener against Oakland on Friday, but the 45-year-old Mariner went 1-for-2 with a two-run single before leaving for a pinch runner.

Sources: Phils owner flies to Vegas, meets Harper

Phillies owner John Middleton is meeting with free agent Bryce Harper in Las Vegas, but barring something unexpected, a deal will not be completed Friday night, sources told ESPN.

Mets: MRI of Lowrie's sore left knee is negative

The Mets said Friday that infielder Jed Lowrie should be ready for the start of the regular season after an MRI on his sore left knee was negative.

Machado: I liked the Padres' game plan

Padres' general manager A.J. Preller says he initially thought it would be a 'pipe dream' to be able to sign Manny Machado.

Sources: Reg.-season pitch clock a real possibility

Major League Baseball announced the parameters for a 20-second pitch clock for spring training games Friday, and sources told ESPN that adding it for this regular season is a real possibility.

Sources: Gonzalez, Twins agree to $21M deal

Marwin Gonzalez, who played every position for the Astros in 2018 except pitcher and catcher, has reached a two-year, $21 million deal with the Twins, sources told ESPN.

NHL News - ESPN

The biggest trade deadline questions answered

Where will Artemi Panarin land? How many first-round picks will be traded? Which team will "win" the deadline? Our panel checks in.

Six trades we'd like to see before the NHL trade deadline

Kevin Hayes to the Jets? Mark Stone to the Predators? These trades might not happen -- but they should.

New Jackets C Duchene to face Sens after trade

Matt Duchene will now be playing against the Senators on Friday night after being traded to the Blue Jackets.

Trade Grades: Blue Jackets win Matt Duchene deal, conditionally

The Blue Jackets made the biggest trade of deadline season so far, without giving up top prospect Emil Bemstrom. We grade both GMs.

Flyers to start Elliott over Hart vs. Pens outdoors

Veteran goalie Brian Elliott will get the start for the Flyers over rookie sensation Carter Hart on Saturday night when they host the Penguins in a Stadium Series outdoor game at Lincoln Financial Field. Hart has been pulled from his past two starts.

McDavid gets 1st NHL suspension for illegal check

Oilers star Connor McDavid was handed a two-game suspension -- the first of his career -- for his illegal check to the head of Islanders defenseman Nick Leddy.

Sabres F Okposo placed on IR due to concussion

Buffalo Sabres forward Kyle Okposo is out indefinitely after being diagnosed with his third concussion in less than three years. He was felled by a punch to the face during a fight with Rangers defenseman Tony DeAngelo on Feb. 15.

Jenson traded to Capitals, gets $10M extension

Defenseman Nick Jensen, who has 15 points and is averaging a career-high 20:48 of ice time this season, was traded from Detroit to Washington, who gave him a four-year, $10 million extension.

Kucherov fastest to 100 points since 1996-97

Tampa Bay's Nikita Kucherov, who leads the NHL in scoring, reached the 100-point plateau with a second-period goal Thursday, making him the quickest to 100 points since the 1996-97 season.

Capitals acquire Hagelin in trade with Kings

Winger Carl Hagelin will be joining his fifth team in eight seasons after being traded from Los Angeles to Washington in exchange for draft picks.

Motorsports News - ESPN

Supercars' Sydney night race back in 2020

The night racing round at Sydney Motorsport Park will return to the Supercars calendar in 2020.

Rain scuttles action at NHRA Arizona Nationals

Brittany Force (Top Fuel) and Matt Hagan (Funny Car) were quick early on Friday before rain halted action at the NHRA Arizona Nationals.

Red Bull welcomes Supercars pit lane rule

Red Bull Holden Racing Team have welcomed a rule change by Supercars aimed at preventing wheel spin dramas in pit lane.

Money woes hound two F1 races in North America

Both the U.S. Grand Prix and the Mexican Grand Prix are facing financial issues that are raising concerns about their futures. The U.S. Grand Prix is set for Nov. 3 in Austin, Texas, one week after the Mexican Grand Prix is slated to run in Mexico City.

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